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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1910
Page
5
A persuasive note to young salary earners urging home ownership over rent. It argues saving, down payments, and regular installments to acquire a permanent home. The piece links investment in real estate to civic awareness and personal growth, citing a historical NY real estate flip as a cautionary tale.
The report contrasts two senatorial campaigns with one boasting a large paid staff and widespread newspaper buys, while Poindexter emphasizes austere spending. Supporters note 5 cent lapel buttons and minimal worker pay, arguing high spending signals self serving motives.
A feature on the hobble skirt craze notes department store reactions to the extreme and modified narrow cut gowns. It contrasts daring fashion with practicality for tall slender figures and the piano lamp girl, while detailing shop display talks and the shift toward nature inspired lines.
A canvasser asks to sell a Woman's Doon Common to a householder but is refused when the maid notes the family already has an automobile number on their car. They discuss hunting out of season and whether it is permissible.
In Seattle a haberdashery debate over mislabeled ties reveals the city’s growing pride in Washington made goods. A Beattie booster notes labels misled buyers until the front case revealed true origin. The piece highlights Seattle’s promise and Eastern investor interest in local industry.
A brief item notes a pool room event at Oriental Pool Room tonight offering $10 daily cash prizes. The venue is listed as 1413 Ard Avenue between Pike and Union, with a casual invitation to join.
A jumble of quoted sayings and notes on figures from history and daily life. It mentions China’s 1917 parliament under 1908 constitution, Emperor Wilhelm’s god sons, London Christian denominations, and various curious lines about dance, silkworms, and markets.
Fragmentary dialogue presents two stand ins discussing why an ostrich bites. One voices confusion about bias and perception while the other replies the bird has no motive or thoughts to conceal. The excerptEvokes playful debate on motive.
The piece promotes Kirkland as an ideal Seattle area town with good transit including ferries and a belt line, rapid population growth from about 1 000 now to roughly 10 000 soon, and plans for manufactories providing hundreds of jobs. It highlights lakefront appeal and friendly, law abiding residents.
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